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MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow recently voiced her disappointment with her network’s decision to cut ties with fellow prime-time anchor, Joy Reid, amidst a major restructuring. On her show, Maddow expressed that it was “hard to take” the news of Reid’s departure and shared how much she valued her colleague. Maddow emphasized the profound impact Reid had on her both professionally and personally, stating, “I love everything about her. I have learned so much from her. I have so much more to learn from her.”

While acknowledging that the decision was out of her control, Maddow made it clear she thought it was a “bad mistake” for MSNBC to let Reid go. Maddow further remarked that it was “unnerving” to see the network losing not one, but two nonwhite prime-time hosts in Reid and Alex Wagner. Wagner, who will no longer host the 9 p.m. show, will remain at MSNBC as a senior political analyst. Maddow pointed out the lack of diversity in the network’s prime-time lineup, calling the decision “indefensible” no matter who would replace them.

As part of the changes, Reid’s segment is going to be replaced by a new show hosted by Symone Sanders, Alicia Menendez, and Michael Steele. Maddow, who has been one of the most prominent faces on cable news, has not shied away from speaking out against her network in the past. She has criticized MSNBC’s approach to covering former President Trump, particularly the network’s decision to air his speeches in full without providing enough fact-checking afterward.

Maddow’s candid comments offer a glimpse into her personal disappointment with her network’s direction, reflecting her ongoing commitment to authenticity, even when it means challenging her own employer.